1996 Buick Riviera vs. 2006 Fiat Siena
To start off, 2006 Fiat Siena is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Buick Riviera. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Buick Riviera would be higher. At 3,789 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 Buick Riviera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Buick Riviera (202 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 102 more horse power than 2006 Fiat Siena. (100 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Buick Riviera should accelerate faster than 2006 Fiat Siena. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Fiat Siena weights approximately 83 kg more than 1996 Buick Riviera.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1996 Buick Riviera (312 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 238 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Fiat Siena. (74 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1996 Buick Riviera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Fiat Siena. 1996 Buick Riviera has automatic transmission and 2006 Fiat Siena has manual transmission. 2006 Fiat Siena will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1996 Buick Riviera will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Buick Riviera | 2006 Fiat Siena | |
Make | Buick | Fiat |
Model | Riviera | Siena |
Year Released | 1996 | 2006 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3789 cc | 1581 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 202 HP | 100 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 312 Nm | 74 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 9.5:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1700 kg | 1783 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5270 mm | 3830 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1640 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2820 mm | 2380 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 54 L |